Assistant Swimming Coach (PT)
Alton and District Swimming Club (ADSC) is a thriving, community-focused club with a rich history of developing swimmers from local learners to international-level competitors.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Swimming Coach to join our community team to help teach the next generation of swimmers!
The Role
Position: Assistant Swimming Coach
Reports to: ADSC Head Coach
Hours: 12+ hours per week, Part Time, Permanent
Breakdown: 9 hours poolside coaching, 3 hours admin, term times only. Weekend swim meet cover min 2x per year. More hours available for cover.
Start Date: September 2026
Status: Self-employed (responsible for own tax, NI, invoice club for hours)
Locations: Mainly Alton, also Bordon & Petersfield, various locations
Hours: Varied. Please see below hours and squad age groups to be coached.
Compensation: Starts at £18 per hour and can increase commensurate with qualifications
Commitment: Minimum 12 months expected commitment and 3 months notice period.
Probation period of 3 months
Key Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the management of the Academy (learning) and Development Squads, of 5 - 10 yo, evaluating swimmers through coaches and personally, and progressing swimmers through the club as they develop.
- Ability to coach competitive starts and take land training sessions.
- Paid support for swimming meets at various weekends will also be required.
- Deliver high-quality coaching and teaching sessions to swimmers of a variety of ages, from 5-75 years, following the Swim England framework.
- Deliver the Head Coach’s workouts and plan, checking vision and technical details, and delivering feedback on sessions.
- Create and deliver your own workouts to swimmers based on the annual plan.
- Develop and support young coaches and helpers.
- Foster a positive, motivated, and fun training environment.
- Liaise with Parents on the progress of their children.
- Welcome and evaluate new swimmers.
- Support the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) of swimmers, focusing on technique across all four strokes.
- Maintain professional standards and adhere to the club’s and coach’s Code of Conduct.
⭐️ Person Specification
Proven experience in teaching younger swimmers how to swim all strokes and disciplines. Able to work autonomously, having care and understanding of younger swimmers alongside a desire to help them progress. Excellent communication skills, positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for swimmers and their development.
Requirements
Qualifications: Ideally hold a Swim England Level 2 Teaching award & CPD for competitive starts
Safeguarding: Must have a valid Swim England Safeguarding in Aquatics certificate
Vetting: A current Enhanced DBS check is mandatory.
Timeline
Application deadline: To be received by end of day Friday 19th June
Interviews: Through July
Start Date: Early September
Session Times
Your schedule can flex but will likely cover Monday, Wednesday and Sunday evenings.
Why ADSC?
ADSC is a community club and we are committed to your growth as a coach. ADSC will provide developmental support and actively encourages continuing professional development through the Swim England provided Institute of Swimming. We also can provide a varied level of support for coaches to deliver a prepared workout, through to developing their own workouts. We may also provide part funding, discount or bursary for further developing your coaching qualifications for the right candidate. In return for this provision the successful applicant will agree to remain with the club as a coach for a set period (usually 1 year) following the completion of their training.
⭐ This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape ADSC’s future and grow with us!
How to Apply…
If you are ready to inspire our swimmers and grow with our club, please contact our Head Coach, Magnus Weighton, at [email protected]
We will require a cover letter, your CV and/or a brief summary of your experience, two professional references and the completed application form.
Please reach out if you need further information, and thank you for considering us!
Alton & District Swimming Team
Pay: £18.00-£21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
